Options Program

10/24/2026

Today our staff and volunteers got to spend some time at Carver Food Enterprise Center slicing, scooping, and prepping spaghetti squash before Carver staff baked it, and then we bagged it up. We turned 175 lbs of fresh squash into 80 lbs of puree that will be frozen and later made into oven-ready casseroles for local food pantries!
We also helped bag some watermelon ice pops, and even got to try some!
The kids got a tour of the Carver Center as well and learned some history today. All in all it was a great day.
Thank you to the staff and volunteers at Carver Kitchen for this opportunity for our kids to give back, as well as your continued partnership.

10/23/2026

Happy Feature Friday! Through our Healthy Youth Initiative program, our Options girls visit PATH Recreation and Fitness Center once a week to train with Personal Trainer Francesca Rojas. Francesca is amazing at encouraging healthy lifestyle choices while making fitness engaging and supportive. Each hour-long session splits time between working out on the gym equipment and diving into fun sports like basketball and pickleball. We love seeing our youth stay active, build confidence, and have a blast every week.

10/23/2026

As technology changes, so do the challenges our youth face online. Take advantage of this free local resource to learn practical strategies for keeping kids safe in today's digital world. Admission is free, but registration is required. Visit fauquierchamber.org/events to register.

10/22/2026

Sharing for our friends at Encompass Community Supports

The S.E.E. Recovery Center October Schedule:

Looking for support, connection, or a fresh start?

The S.E.E. Recovery Center offers mental health and substance use recovery groups, along with a safe space to talk one-on-one with caring staff, available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

We welcome everyone in the community to stop by, learn, grow, and heal from life’s challenges. Come connect with others and be part of a supportive wellness community. You don’t have to do it alone.

Click https://ow.ly/kSGe50Rofyt for the COMPLETE OCTOBER Schedule.

10/22/2026

Staying hydrated is key, but the types of beverages you choose matter just as much as how much you drink. Building mindful habits around your daily beverage routine supports better health and lasting energy.

10/21/2026

True bravery isn't about being fearless, it is about moving forward even when you feel scared. Whatever challenge or new opportunity lies ahead of you this week, trust that you have what it takes to face it head-on.

10/20/2026

Sharing for our friends at PATH Recreation and Fitness Center

Have you marked your calendar for our Trunk or Treat?!
🎃Saturday, 10/24, 5:00-7:00 pm!🎃

10/20/2026

To***co Free Tuesday:

Cravings only last a few minutes. Having a friend to text during those moments can completely change the outcome.

Pick two or three trusted friends today and let them know about your goal.

Need extra support? Text DITCHVAPE to 88709 for free, confidential, 24/7 encouragement and quit tips tailored just for you.

***coFreeTuesday

10/19/2026

The way we talk to ourselves matters. Think of your mind like a bulletin board. What kind of notes are you pinning up inside your head today? Your mind believes what you tell it, so make sure your inner voice is as kind and encouraging as these reminders.